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  Transmission of sensitive data policy

  Data in transit means data is at risk if the proper precautions aren’t followed. Data stored inside a securely monitored environment is much less likely to fall into the wrong hands than data exchanged between people and systems. With this in mind, it is essential for company personnel to adhere to firm and clear guidelines ...

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  Ethics policy: Vendor relationships

  Ethical behavior is something most people practice every day. It’s rare that an organization will need to enforce an ethics policy, but having one in place is a good idea. This ethics policy from TechRepublic Premium outlines areas where interactions with vendors might be questionable. From the policy: STANDARDS FOR CONDUCT Any short-term benefit gained ...

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  Point of sale deployment checklist

  Point-of-sale systems present a wholly different challenge compared to just deploying a new PC. While managed service providers must remember all the same and myriad details as with a PC when deploying a new POS workstation, there are a host of additional and often complex and sometimes sensitive elements that must be properly addressed with ...

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  Data backup request form

  Data without an associated backup is only as reliable as the system upon which it is stored — and every system has a finite life span or may be susceptible to malware or hacking efforts. This form from TechRepublic Premium provides a simple method for end users to submit data backup requests. Backup basics: There ...

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  Systems downtime expense calculator

  When computer systems fail, business grinds to a halt, and that can cost your enterprise a considerable amount of money. With the help of TechRepublic Premium’s Systems Downtime Expense Calculator (an xlsx file), you can estimate just how much each system failure is going to cost you. From the download: WHEN TO USE THIS TOOL ...

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  Power checklist: Local email server-to-cloud migration

  Many organizations still manage email infrastructure themselves using local, on-premise equipment. Such firms are a dying breed for a good reason: Cloud-based email solutions simplify administration, typically enhance security, provide broader ease of access and often lower total overall operating costs. Organizations that haven’t already migrated email service to the cloud, subsequently, are likely to ...

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  Vendor management and selection policy

  The Vendor Management and Selection Policy from TechRepublic Premium describes the processes and procedures the organization’s employees and representatives must practice when issuing requests for and receiving product and service cost estimates, when awarding bids and when selecting consultants, suppliers and vendors of goods and services. From the policy: Organization employees and representatives must receive ...

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  Hiring kit: Microsoft Power BI developer

  The ability to turn raw data into actionable information is a valuable but specialized skill. This Microsoft Power BI Developer Hiring Kit from TechRepublic Premium includes a job description, interview questions and a sample want ad to help you find the best candidates for the job. From the hiring kit: A Microsoft Power BI developer ...

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  Hiring kit: Python developer

  The right Python developers will distinguish themselves with experience in developing projects similar to the position you’re trying to fill. This hiring kit from TechRepublic Premium includes a general job description, sample interview questions and a basic want ad to help you determine who is right for the job. From the hiring kit: Python is ...

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  Hiring kit: Network architect

  Recruiting a Network Architect with the right combination of experience and technical expertise will require a comprehensive screening process. This Hiring Kit from TechRepublic Premium provides an adjustable framework your business can use to find, recruit and ultimately hire the right person for the job. From the hiring kit: DETERMINING FACTORS, DESIRABLE PERSONALITY TRAITS AND ...